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A historic area by the Hudson River
Sheridan Hollow is a historic neighborhood in downtown Albany, next to the Hudson River. It’s one of the capital’s oldest neighborhoods, with locally recognized landmarks like The Palace Theatre, an Austrian-baroque venue built in 1931. “The palace is one of the most-used theaters in the area; People can see comedy shows, plays and concerts,” says Lorenzo Murray, Broker/Owner of Hunt Real Estate who has lived in the area since 2009. “And The Hampton Inn is here, which is always packed since its one of the few downtown hotels.” Today, 19th-century rowhomes line the historical streets of Clinton Avenue, Clinton Square and Lark Street – And the neighborhood is known for its accessibility to parks, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues.
Pearl Street runs thru Sheridan Hollow and is a major artery of Albany.
Sheridan Hollow has a variety of home styles residents can choose from.
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Choosing between early-1900s homes and 2000s townhomes
Many single-family homes were built before 1940, and are priced between $200,000 and $400,000. The neighborhood is primarily lined with Italianate-style rowhomes with colorful exteriors and steps that lead to spacious sidewalks. The neighborhood also has mid-2000s condos with brick exteriors that range from $300,000 to $400,000. There is space on the streets dedicated to cars for parking purposes.
Townhomes can be found in the Sheridan Hollow neighborhood.
19th century home styles are popular in Sheridan Hollow.
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Student fairs at William S. Hackett Middle
The Albany City School District serves students and earns a B-minus from Niche. Children can attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy, which receives a C, and then move on to B-rated William S. Hackett Middle. The school has a curriculum fair where students prepare for high-school-level courses, before possibly advancing to Albany High which earns a B from Niche and is currently renovating with completion projected for September 2025. The University at Albany is a public college 6 miles away, while The College of Saint Rose is a private, Catholic university 2 miles away. Nearby places of worship include The Cathedral of All Saints, St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church and The First Church in Albany.
William S Hackett Middle School is located just outside Sheridan Hollow covering grades 6-8 grade.
Albany High School is a great place to go in Albany NY.
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Hosting picnics at East Capitol Park
Washington Park is a popular, 136-acre green space that’s just a mile outside the neighborhood. It has a playground, athletic courts, paved trails surrounded by colorful tulips and a 90-seat amphitheater. There’s also a lake in the middle of Washington Park; Next to the lake is the Washington Park Lake House, a Spanish Revival building that hosts annual events in downtown Albany. East Capitol Park sits outside the southern corner of Sheridan Hollow, featuring grassy fields and picnic tables next to the state capitol. The Albany Skywalk offers an accessible, half-mile paved trail with waterfront views of the Hudson River. In the summer, kayaking and boating are popular activities along the Hudson and in the winter months, the Pineridge Cross Country Ski Area is the go-to outdoor destination.
With over 140,000 tulips in bloom, beauty is all around at the Tulip Festival.
People enjoying a stroll in Corning Park on the Hudson River just outside Sheridan Hollow.
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Start the day on State Route 32
Drivers use New York State Route 787 and State Route 32, which both run north and southbound, to get around town. Meanwhile, U.S. Highway 20 leads west to Syracuse, 145 miles away. The Central District Transportation Authority has a public bus service that helps commuters reach desired destinations. Since the neighborhood does encompass a part of downtown Albany, some areas are walkable. “You’ll see a lot of working professionals walking around the area, especially near the state capitol,” says Nicole Wilkie, a Realtor with Red Dog Realty who has sold homes in Albany for nearly two decades. The Albany International Airport is ten miles away. Sheridan Hollow has a CAP index crime score of 9, compared to the national average score of 4. Residents can visit Central Ave Pharmacy for quick prescriptions and the Albany Memorial Campus for medical emergencies, just 2 miles away.
Lots of easy travel options to get residents in and out of the city in Sheridan Hollow.
There is always an easy way to get around with CDTA stops every couple blocks in Sheridan Hollow
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Open mic nights at McGeary’s
People can get everyday essentials at Market 32, a local supermarket on Delaware Avenue. There’s a weekly farmers market every Saturday Washington Park from August to September, highlighting local mom and pop shops and farmers. 677 Prime is a popular steakhouse that’s perfect for birthday parties or dinner dates. McGeary's is an Irish Pub with a forest green exterior that hosts live music on the weekend and open mics on Wednesdays. “McGeary’s Pub is a key spot to go for good food and drinks,” Murray says. “And they throw a St. Patty’s parade.” The parade includes people decked out in green and lots of music. The Boozy Moo, one block south, combines sweet treats with adult beverages, blending ice cream and alcoholic drinks into milkshakes.
McGeary's is a historic Irish pub in Sheridan Hollow.
Market 32 is just outside Sheridan Hollow for resident's grocery needs.
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Palace Theatre, New York State Museum
Washington Park hosts the Tulip Festival in spring, specifically Mother’s Day weekend, allowing people to take aesthetic photos in front of colorful flowers, enjoy good food and a fine arts show. The park also hosts LATINFEST, a family-oriented event celebrating their heritage with live music and local art vendors in August. People visit the Palace Theatre or the Capital Repertory Theatre for live musical and theatre performances, both located right outside the neighborhood. History enthusiasts can see exhibits and artifacts at the nearby Albany Institute of History & Art, or at the New York State Museum, just a mile away. Empire State Plaza is a local venue that hosts concerts in the summer and has a skating rink that locals can take advantage of in the winter.
The Palace Theatre hosts everything from concerts to the Albany Symphony in Sheridan Hollow.
Designed by Wallace Harrison, Empire Plaza has become a symbol of downtown Albany.
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